This class will take place at Camp Paradise (44 Cole St).
This workshop will teach novices the art and science of FLY TYING. The focus is on the fundamentals of how to create an “artificial lure,” commonly called a “fly,” which represents an imitation of what a fish would eat in nature. We will talk about the tools, materials, supplies and techniques needed to create a fly. Furthermore, we will discuss basic entomology and how it will relate to the flies you will actually tie.
All participants will leave with flies that they have tied that can be used on the river or lake.
Fly tying is perfect for the creative person in addition to the fly fisher who loves keeping their boxes filled. To creative minds, designing flies can be a never ending puzzle.
All equipment and materials will be provided. If you have a vise and tools, you are encouraged to bring them.
$30 per person. Space is limited!
About the instructor: CRAIG ANDREE has been an avid outdoorsman and fly fisher his entire life. He has climbed all of the New Hampshire 4,000 footers as well as Half Dome in Yosemite and Mt. Lassen in Volcanic National Park. He has guided clients on the Allagash Waterway and the 100 Mile Wilderness. Craig has fly fished throughout the United States and has been teaching fly fishing and tying for the last decade. Craig lives in Peabody.